GRE Word List
AMALGAM
a mixture of different elements
The meaning of the word amalgam is a mixture of different elements.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| spawn | to deposit or fertilize spawn |
| inscrutable | not readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious |
| poseur | a person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person |
| idolatry | the worship of a physical object as a god |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| misogamy | a hatred of marriage |
| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |
| arduous | hard to accomplish or achieve : difficult |
| virtual | being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted |
| florid | very flowery in style : ornate |